Construction on Pace for 2009 Opening of the Village at NorthRidge

By Donna Thomas, Director of Corporate Communications, Senior Resource Group

The Village at NorthRidge’s architectural styling is a blend of urban energy and resort-like tranquility.

The Village at NorthRidge, a luxury retirement living community, will open fall 2009.

(Northridge, CA – February 26, 2008) Designed by the award-winning architects at Mithun, The Village at NorthRidge is an innovative senior living community that blends urban energy with resort-like tranquility. Now 75 percent complete, construction is rapidly progressing with the community on schedule to open fall 2009.
The Village at NorthRidge’s distinctive architectural styling features expanses of glass and terraces overlooking courtyards, a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces, and an elegant, yet comfortable aura of hospitality.
“While inspired by classic Southern California architecture, The Village at NorthRidge’s design style will be simply unmatched to anything in the area,” said Jerry McDevitt, AIA, LEED® AP and principal at the Mithun architectural firm.
Mithun brings more than 20 years of senior living and urban design experience to the development of The Village at NorthRidge. The company has designed over 200 senior living projects encompassing the full continuum of senior living care across the U.S., Canada and Japan.
The firm has partnered with Senior Resource Group on a number of projects over the last ten years, earning them eight prestigious design awards including those from American Institute of Architects, National Association of Home Builders, Multi-family Executive Magazine, Pacific Coast Builders Conference and American Planning Association.
Beyond the gated entry of The Village at NorthRidge, the community will include 275 luxury, independent and assisted-living residences, complemented by a wealth of services and amenities. Residents will have the benefit of the community’s numerous resort-style features including: The Prairie Grille Restaurant, open 12 hours daily, a fully equipped fitness center, The Majestic theatre, Internet lounge, bank, market, mailroom, arts and crafts room, library, club lounge, bistro bar, swimming pool and spa, a full-service beauty salon, and secure underground parking. A full calendar of social, cultural, educational, and recreational activities and programs are also available to residents.
The Village at NorthRidge’s licensed assisted living component will offer a comprehensive menu of care services that includes: 24-hour staffing, basic assistance with all Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s), medication assistance and counseling, emergency response system, scheduled transportation and more.
Beyond NorthRidge’s front door, residents are surrounded by everyday conveniences and cultural opportunities including the Northridge Fashion Center, Gelson’s supermarket and the popular weekly farmer’s market. In addition, the University of California at Northridge and Northridge Hospital Medical Center are just minutes away.
Residents of The Village at NorthRidge will pay a nominal one-time Community Service Fee and an on-going Monthly Fee that will include a complimentary full breakfast plus choice of lunch or dinner daily; weekly housekeeping and flat linen laundry service; all utilities (except phone) including basic cable TV, heating, air conditioning, water, sewer, and trash removal; 24-hour emergency response system; and scheduled transportation.
Priority reservations are now being accepted. For more information or to schedule a personal appointment, call The Village at NorthRidge Sales and Information Center at 818-812-4600 or visit the community website at www.srgseniorliving.com.

About Senior Resource Group:
Senior Resource Group, LLC (SRG) has been a leader in providing distinctive retirement living since 1988. SRG develops, owns and operates independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer’s/dementia care communities throughout the U. S.

For more than 20 years, the company has championed the development and management of niche communities that provide older adults with service-enriched and supportive living environments. SRG’s corporate headquarters is located at 500 Stevens Avenue, Suite 100, Solana Beach, CA 92075. For more information, call 858-792-9300 or visit www.srgseniorliving.com.

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